Salary : $41,828.80 Annually
Location : Myrtle Beach, SC
Job Type: Regular Full Time Employee
Job Number: 01240
Department: Public Works
Division: Public Works – Construction
Opening Date: 08/09/2023
Closing Date: 8/21/2023 5:00 PM Eastern
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Job Description
CITY OF MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA
CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: WATER/SEWER MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN SENIOR
PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION
The purpose of this classification is to perform semi-skilled to skilled work to install, maintain and repair water and sewer lines, meters, hydrants, and water system pumps and other equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Inspects water and well storage sites; drains, flushes, and fills water storage tanks; retrieves and tests water samples; maintains related documentation.
Installs, maintains, and/or repairs water and sewer lines, meters, water taps, water and sewer fittings, sump pumps, chemical pumps, manholes, collars and valve markers, backflow preventers, water sample stations, shower towers,, fire hydrants, or other items as necessary.
Assists in water and sewer utility locates; utilizes computer software; maps related water connections; makes corrections and updates to maps as needed; maintains related documentation.
Receives and completes work orders; gathers tools and equipment needed to complete work activities; picks up and transports materials, tools and supplies; cleans and washes equipment and tools; performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on tools, equipment and vehicles; and notifies supervisor of needed equipment replacements and repairs.
Conducts pre-trip inspections; including checking all fluids, gauges, lighting, mirrors, tires, body damage, seats and seatbelts, cleanliness of vehicle, etc.; fuels trucks; loads and secures materials on trucks; travels to job sites; and conducts post-trip inspections.
Adheres to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs and cones around project/work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public; wears protective gear.
Uses a variety of hand and power tools and equipment to perform assigned duties, including dump trucks, pressure washers, backhoes, trenchers, track hoes, jack hammers, boring machines, bulldozers, drills, cement and asphalt cutters, shovels, and pipe wrenches.
Communicates with supervisor, City employees, contractors, engineers, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems
Operates and assigned vehicle, a variety of hand and power tools and equipment, including commercial grade vehicles to complete essential functions.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED; two (2) years of experience in water and sewer maintenance and repair; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina driver’s license. May be required to obtain and maintain the following licenses and certifications: Class “B” Water Distribution, Backflow Prevention, and Asbestos.
Supplemental Information
The City of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
City of Myrtle Beach Benefits
No Cost Health, Dental & Vision Insurance for Fulltime Employees
401K & 457 Plans Available
State Retirement
Employee Wellness Clinic
Flex Spending Account
Employee Assistance
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